Stage Combat

Workshop with Zachary Demers & Kiera Publicover

Brief History on Stage Combat

• Since the late Middle Ages, stage combat has been used as a form of entertainment

• Stage combat choreography began to establish societies and guilds in the 1970’s

• Today, many theatre companies around the globe practice stage combat

• It is used in numerous productions, ranging from musical theatre to film

Examples of Stage Combat

Short Fight Scene from Play • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2supoV

MRn0Short Fight Scene from Short Film• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_0zf1a59

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Important Safety Reminders

• Never use too much force or speed• Respect your partner, and work at an

maintainable pace• Be aware of your surroundings• Be well rehearsed before performances• Keep first aid supplies nearby• Have fun but always keep safety a top priority